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CityCouncil | 2015-09-15 | 17 | Vice Mayor Matarrese moved approval of $800,000 in funds for tenders and holding off on $75,000 until Council receives a staff report with the goal and scope of work for a consultant. Councilmember Oddie seconded the motion. Under discussion, Mayor Spencer inquired how much time it would take The Interim Assistant City Manager stated the study would contemplate an alternative system either below or above ground; one system is similar to Berkeley's system using salt water pumps; water crossings at the tube will be replaced no later than 2017, and at Bay Farm Bridge no later than 2020; the new crossings should be able to pressurize the Island; Mr. Gutleben was concerned the new crossings would not address the existing water mains on the Island; he is happy to report that the oldest pipe on the Island which runs down Lincoln Avenue was recently replaced; the second oldest pipe will be replaced next. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is generally supportive; requested a separate staff report with more comprehensive information. Councilmember Daysog stated having discussion on the history of a project and where it ranks in terms of priority would have been helpful in making a decision. Mayor Spencer stated discussion has been happening for 20 years; she supports the funding and having a staff report come back to Council. On the call for the question, the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Matarrese, Oddie and Mayor Spencer - 4. Abstention: Councilmember Daysog - 1. Transportation Demand Management Plans (TDM): Councilmember Oddie stated the 18 month time frame for the project is the end of FY 2016-17; inquired whether the full amount would be paid upfront, to which the Interim City Manager responded in the negative; stated payment is made as the work is completed. Councilmember Daysog moved approval of the TDM line item. Councilmember Ezzy Ashcraft seconded and the motion carried by the following voice vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Ezzy Ashcraft, Daysog, Matarrese, Oddie - 4. Noes: Mayor Spencer - 1. Emergency park tree maintenance: Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 16 September 19, 2015 | CityCouncil/2015-09-15.pdf |